Instument cluster, gauges Options

[cvoros]

I have a 75 2.0L that has a bouncy tach. I have thought about just replacing it but also would like to know from any of you if there are any good "upgrade" replacement instrument clusters. I wouldnt mind just replacing the tach but all of the gauges are difficult at best to see at night, so I have knocked around the idea of some newer gauges.

Are there any plug-n-play clusters out there. Did a brief search tonite and didnt come up with much beyond a plate on eBay that houses standard Autometer gauges. Not even sure if any of the Autometer speedo/tachs are direct plug-ins or not.

Any help would be appreciated. Pics of any "upgraded" clusters would be nice too. Although I am not a purist (obviously) I dont want anything off the wall. Something nice and simple, but better visibility/functionality would be great.

Thanks in advance.

(posted this over on pelican parts and havent gotten a response - hopefully have more luck here) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

[913B]

There is a simple fix for the bouncing tach: Add a 2200uF capacitor directly across the windings of the tach needle and you will have a very stable, non-bouncing tach. Here's my installation of the capacitor. Plenty of room in the gauge for the cap. I hot-melt glued the tach in place. Caulking or other thick glue could also be used.

Thank you for the information. Would it be possible to point out the places to attach the capacitor. I have never taken the tach out before.

Thanks in Advance.
Ted.